Myelinated Fibers Conduct Impulses Faster Than Unmyelinated Fibers

question 95

True/False

Myelinated fibers conduct impulses faster than unmyelinated fibers.

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Definitions:

Oxygenated Blood

Blood that has been enriched with oxygen in the lungs and is then transported to the body's tissues.

Adipose Tissue

Body tissue that stores fat, providing energy storage and insulation.

Hypodermis

Also known as the subcutaneous layer, this is the deepest layer of skin, composed mainly of fat and connective tissue, providing insulation and cushioning.

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin, serving as a barrier to protect the body from the external environment.